Multitech MT4X56, User Manual

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MultiModemUSB User Guide
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Step 6: Upgrade the Modem’s Firmware
At various times, Multi-Tech may add enhancements and/or fixes to the modem firmware. Flash
technology allows you to load these upgrades into the PROM. Do the following.
1. Download FLASHPRO.ZIP and a new .HEX file from the Multi-Tech FTP or Web site.
2. Unzip the FLASHPRO.ZIP file. Place this unzipped file and the .HEX file in the same directory.
3. Run FlashPro by typing FLASHPRO, a space, and hitting ENTER at the DOS prompt.
4. Highlight the "Configure" option in the MAIN MENU and hit ENTER. Highlight "Active Port" and
select the COM port to which you have your modem attached. Highlight "Baud Rate" and select
the rate you want to program at. Hit ESC when finished.
5. Highlight the "Select File to Program" option in the MAIN MENU. Highlight the .HEX file. Hit ESC
when finished.
6. Highlight "Program Firmware" option in the MAIN MENU. When you are prompted to confirm the
file to program, press "Y".
7. If you need more assistance programming FLASHPRO, contact our Technical Support
department.
Step 7: Restore Your Parameters
Your modem is now updated. You can now open your terminal program to reprogram your modem
parameters, if necessary, or to confirm the update by typing ATI in the terminal window.